With a history spanning more than 12,000 years, jade carving is one of China's oldest and most revered traditions. From the moment our ancestors discovered jade while shaping stone tools, they began to unlock its beauty-cutting, polishing, and transforming it into symbols of power, spirituality, and artistry. This ancient craft still shines today, honoring the wisdom of generations past. | Look24H

For the Chinese, jade isn't just a gem – it's a cultural obsession that dates back millennia. Even in the Liangzhu era, over 5,000 years ago, ancient craftsmen mastered jade carving even without metal tools. Beyond its beauty, jade carries the weight of spirituality, power and identity in Chinese tradition. From ritual artifacts to status symbols, it's been shaping our culture longer than most civilizations have existed. #CivilizationsShine | CGTN